<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Please see Special Instructions for more details.</p> <p>The hiring department will consider both PA and NP candidates for the available single opening. If you are an PA interested in the position, please apply at the following link:</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 08/11/2025 Requisition Number PRN42847B Job Title PS Nurse Practitioner Working Title PS Nurse Practitioner Job Grade UGR FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>Shifts are scheduled to average approximately 40 hours per week; though some weeks may be more (up to 50 hrs) for training and education, etc. Will include some weekends.</p> <p>VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 01946 - Epilepsy Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $110,000 - $120,000 Depending on Experience Close Date 11/11/2025 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary</p> <p>We are seeking a skilled and passionate clinician to join our clinical team. This position will support the Epilepsy Division, with a focus on LTM monitoring and inpatient care. As part of a team-based approach supporting clinical needs, there is an expectation of periodic outpatient care for longitudinal care needs and the support of the Epilepsy program. While prior experience and/or familiarity with neurological care is preferred, additional training is also available for those with demonstrated aptitude and interest in the care of complex and/or chronic conditions, including the nuances of diagnosis and management of epileptic disorders.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <p>Takes complex medical histories on patients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians.</p> <p>Performs physical examinations.</p> <p>Orders laboratory tests, x-rays, special imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.</p> <p>Orders and supervises the administration of blood products.</p> <p>Reaches tentative diagnosis of medical, surgical and other conditions.</p> <p>Develops treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management.</p> <p>Participates in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards and conferences.</p> <p>Assists in the collection of data for research projects.</p> <p>Orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams.</p> <p>Participates in special projects and committee functions.</p> <p>Problem Solving</p> <p>Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.</p> <p>Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.</p> <p>Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.</p> <p>Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Required</p> <p>Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah.</p> <p>Preferred</p> <p>Certification in ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.</p> <p>Utah State prescriptive privileges.</p> <p>Licensure is obtained by completing a Master's degree in Nursing or equivalency (the only equivalency to the Master's degree is current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner) and a National Certification which requires the successful completion of a nationally accredited examination.</p> <p>UHPPM 1-56 requires that newly hired non-physician providers apply for credentialing and privileging at the time of hire.</p> <p>This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.</p> <p>Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.</p> <p>Disclaimer</p> <p>This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <p>Some NP experience or Neuro experience preferred.</p> <p>Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary</p> <p>The hiring department will consider both PA and NP candidates for the available single opening. If you are an PA interested in the position, please apply at the following link:</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.</p> <p>This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.</p> <p>The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.</p> <p>All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.</p> <p>The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.</p> <p>To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/</p> <p>Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu</p> <p>https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have current licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah, and national certification as a Nurse Practitioner as required by state law? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only </li><li>Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only </li></ul>